Our Classes
At Basket Buddies, we tailor every session to suit the needs and abilities of each age group. Our emphasis is on fun, enjoyment and participation. Basketball is a great sport to learn and play but is also an excellent way to teach children the fundamental principles of sport, fitness and teamwork.
Our Classes
At Basket Buddies, we tailor every session to suit the needs and abilities of each age group.
Our emphasis is on fun, enjoyment and participation. Basketball is a great sport to learn and play but is also an excellent way to teach children the fundamental principles of sport, fitness and teamwork.
Little Dribblers
5-8 Year Olds (Year’s 1, 2 & 3)
Focus: Fun, Movement, and Basic Coordination
- Introduction to basketball basics: dribbling, passing, and shooting.
- Fun drills and games to improve hand-eye coordination.
- Building confidence with teamwork activities like passing in pairs.
- Developing motor skills through obstacle courses and mini-games.
- Emphasis on fun over competition.
What They’ll Gain:
- Improved coordination and balance.
- The joy of being active and working in a group.
- A positive introduction to sports, and basketball in particular.
Little Dribblers
5-8 Year Olds (Year’s 1, 2 & 3)
Focus: Fun, Movement,
and Basic Coordination
- Introduction to basketball basics: dribbling, passing, and shooting.
- Fun drills and games to improve hand-eye coordination.
- Building confidence with teamwork activities like passing in pairs.
- Developing motor skills through obstacle courses and mini-games.
- Emphasis on fun over competition.
What They’ll Gain:
- Improved coordination and balance.
- The joy of being active and working in a group.
- A positive introduction to sports, and basketball in particular.
Pro Dribblers
8-10 Year Olds (Year’s 4 & 5)
Focus: Fundamental Skills and Team Concepts
- Refining dribbling and shooting techniques with simple drills.
- Introduction to basic basketball rules (e.g., traveling, double dribble).
- Developing passing accuracy and working in small groups.
- Fun team scrimmages to teach spacing and movement.
- Strengthening physical fitness through agility and footwork exercises.
What They’ll Gain:
- Understanding of basketball fundamentals.
- Teamwork skills and the importance of communication on the court.
- Increased confidence and focus.
Pro Dribblers
8-10 Year Olds (Year’s 4 & 5)
Focus: Fundamental Skills and Team Concepts
- Refining dribbling and shooting techniques with simple drills.
- Introduction to basic basketball rules (e.g., traveling, double dribble).
- Developing passing accuracy and working in small groups.
- Fun team scrimmages to teach spacing and movement.
- Strengthening physical fitness through agility and footwork exercises.
What They’ll Gain:
- Understanding of basketball fundamentals.
- Teamwork skills and the importance of communication on the court.
- Increased confidence and focus.
Rising Stars
10-12 Year Olds (Year’s 6 & 7)
Focus: Skill Development and Game Awareness
- More advanced dribbling techniques (e.g., crossover, round the back).
- Proper shooting form and consistency with short jump shots.
- Defensive principles: staying in position and guarding players.
- Team-based drills for passing, positioning, and running simple plays.
- Small-sided games to enhance court awareness and decision-making.
What They’ll Gain:
- Stronger individual skills like ball-handling and shooting.
- A better understanding of game flow and strategy.
- Increased physical fitness and endurance.
Rising Stars
10-12 Year Olds (Year’s 6 & 7)
Focus: Skill Development and Game Awareness
- More advanced dribbling techniques (e.g., crossover, round the back).
- Proper shooting form and consistency with short jump shots.
- Defensive principles: staying in position and guarding players.
- Team-based drills for passing, positioning, and running simple plays.
- Small-sided games to enhance court awareness and decision-making.
What They’ll Gain:
- Stronger individual skills like ball-handling and shooting.
- A better understanding of game flow and strategy.
- Increased physical fitness and endurance.
All-Stars
12-14 Year Olds (Year’s 8 & 9)
Focus: Skills that prepare for Competitive Play
- Mastering ball control with moves like spin dribbles and hesitation dribbles.
- Consistency in shooting from various ranges.
- Basic team strategies: pick-and-roll, fast breaks, and positioning.
- Introduction to competitive scrimmages and game-like scenarios.
- Improving speed, agility, and strength through targeted drills.
What They’ll Gain:
- Better basketball IQ and strategic thinking.
- Skills ready for school or competitive play.
- Leadership, teamwork, and confidence in their abilities.
All-Stars
12-14 Year Olds (Year’s 8 & 9)
Focus: Skills that prepare for Competitive Play
- Mastering ball control with moves like spin dribbles and hesitation dribbles.
- Consistency in shooting from various ranges.
- Basic team strategies: pick-and-roll, fast breaks, and positioning.
- Introduction to competitive scrimmages and game-like scenarios.
- Improving speed, agility, and strength through targeted drills.
What They’ll Gain:
- Better basketball IQ and strategic thinking.
- Skills ready for school or competitive play.
- Leadership, teamwork, and confidence in their abilities.
A Program That Grows
With Your Child
No matter their starting level, every child will develop key basketball and
life skills with Basket Buddies. Ready to join the fun?
A Program That Grows
With Your Child
No matter their starting level, every child will develop key basketball and
life skills with Basket Buddies. Ready to join the fun?